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Biological Field Technician

Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. (WEST)
: $22.00-27.00
mileage reimbursement
United States, Wyoming, Mountain View
Apr 29, 2025
Job Title Biological Field Technician Salary 22.00 - 27.00 Job Classification Hourly Location Evanston, WY 82930 US (Primary) Fort Bridger, WY 82933 US Lyman, WY 82937 US Mountain View, WY 82939 US Job Type Temporary # of Hires Needed 1 Job Description Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. (WEST), a dynamic environmental and statistical consulting firm with offices across the United States and Canada, is looking for a temporary, full time, Biological Field Technician . WEST has a permanent core of professionals with broad experience in basic and applied ecological studies and the sophisticated analysis of natural resource data. Since its founding in 1990, the WEST team has shaped the foundation of what we do, and what we believe in through our core values and key principles. Our work matters to our clients, communities, and the environment. Join WEST and discover a company of passionate, committed, and highly motivated individuals. Please click here to see what benefits WEST offers! Key Details: Compensation : $22.00-27.00 Start Date: May 2025 End Date : December 2025 will likely be extensions through 2029 Location: Evanston, Ft. Bridger, Lyman, Mountain View WY Additional Details: Training will be provided for all survey efforts and job-related activities Candidates must provide their own suitable footwearsafety toed footwear (steel or composite-toe), appropriate field clothing and gear. Other required PPE will be provided A work vehicle or mileage reimbursement will be provided Skill with ATV/UTV is a plus Job Description: Conduct fatality monitoring for eagle fatalities beneath operating wind turbines. Monitor eagle flight activity and activate curtailment in response to eagle activity near turbines. The successful candidate for this position will be: Capable of field and in-hand (via specimen) identification, aging, and sexing of birds. Prepared for long days in a range of temperatures and weather conditions. Fatality monitoring will entail long hours of walking, sometimes in inclement conditions. Candidate must be comfortable with hazards typical of the environment (sharp vegetation, driving a four-wheel drive vehicle, dust, snow, extreme heat and cold). Hours worked is between 30-40 hours per week and may require overtime. Technician will be required to follow all safety protocols for WEST and the wind energy facilities. Technician will be expected to use good judgment to stay safe and work efficiently. This is a general description of the functions for this position and is not inclusive of all the duties which may be associated with this position. Job Requirements Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resources, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, or an equivalent degree preferred, but job experience may substitute. Preference for biologist experienced in avian use surveys specifically point-count surveys; candidates with higher-level birding skills will be given preference Precise and thorough data collection is essential Must be able to use compass, global positioning system devices, binoculars, range finders, tablets, and digital cameras; as well as maintain equipment Able to work independently or as part of a team, and interact positively with project manager, field supervisor, landowners, and other technicians Employee must be able to appear for work on time (early mornings will be common) Maintain focus for long periods of time Follow instructions from manager and team leader Maintain positive attitude and accept guidance and constructive criticism Physical Requirements: Applicants must be in good physical condition, as surveys will be conducted in locations where temperatures and conditions can be extreme. Ability to walk long distances (10+ miles) in extreme heat Ability to lift up to 25 lbs After an offer of employment is made, thecandidatemust successfully pass a pre-employmentbackground check,drug screening,and a DMV records check that meets WEST's minimum criteria to operate a motor vehicle on behalf of the company. A valid driver's license will be required. Candidates must adhere to all health and safety requirements. WEST provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, genetics, and any protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.Further, WEST takes affirmative action to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly, and without discrimination, for recruitment, selection, advancement and every other term and privilege associated with employment. Education Bachelor's Degree Salary Grade Exemption Type Non-Exempt Application Deadline 5/2/2025